The Baseball Forward Podcast

Ep. 41 | Confusion and Leadership

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
On today’s episode, we focus on ways to eliminate confusion for both players and coaches. We also discuss the importance of leadership. Here’s Episode 41 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 40 | Brian Green, Wichita State University

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the head baseball coach for the Wichita State University Shockers, Mr. Brian Green. Here’s Episode 40 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 39 | Jake Rogers, Detroit Tigers

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with one of the coolest dudes on planet earth, who also just so happens to be the Catcher for the Detroit Tigers, Mr. Jake Rogers. Here’s Episode 39 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 38 | Tom Holliday

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with one of the most respected coaches of his generation and, the patriarch of one of the most well known families in baseball, Mr. Tom Holliday. Here’s Episode 38 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 37 | Tony Vitello, University of Tennessee

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with one of the best, and easily most recognizable coaches in all of baseball, Tony Vitello, Head Baseball Coach of the 2024 National Champion Tennessee Volunteers. Here’s Episode 37 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 36 | Roles and Expectations

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
On today’s episode, we put a focus on roles and expectations for the upcoming baseball season. We discuss how players, coaches and parents can ensure they get the most out of their experience on the diamond and at the ballpark. Here’s Episode 36 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 35 | Curtis Pelletier, @Coach_Curtis_Pelletier

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features certified mental performance, life and recovery coach, Mr. Curtis Pelletier, @Coach_Curtis_Pelletier. Here’s Episode 35 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 34 | Ben Jenkins, Warstic Sports Inc.

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the Founder, CEO and Design Director of Warstic Sports Inc., Mr. Ben Jenkins. Here’s Episode 34 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 33 | Todd Butler, University of Oklahoma

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for The University of Oklahoma, Mr. Todd Butler. Here’s Episode 33 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 32 | Brett Lanman, Abilene Christian University - LHP

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the 2024 Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Pitcher and Freshmen of the Year, Brett Lanman of Abilene Christian University. Here’s Episode 32 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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